Generation 1 · Pokédex profile
Tiny Turtle Pokémon
Pokédex entry
Its shell is not just for protection. Its rounded shape and the grooves on its surface minimize resistance in water, enabling Squirtle to swim at high speeds.
Battle data
Conditional evolutions can require additional game-specific prerequisites beyond the displayed method.
| Method | Location | Level | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grass / ground | Route 1 | Lv. 2 | Source-indexed, not individually verified |
Rare grass and Surfing encounters inherit the first native slot's level range. Supplemental fishing follows each rod's native slots. These ranges exclude Lure effects and randomizer replacements; eligibility restrictions still apply.
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